Cosmetology Refresher

The 250 hour Cosmetology Refresher Course is designed to meet the individual needs of the student to better prepare the student for again taking the examination. The course is typically used when a student doesn't pass their State board exam initially, or a period of time has elapsed and they want to refresh their knowledge and skills before attempting the State Exam again. The course prepares the student for an entry level position in Cosmetology or a related career field.

Hair Pros cosmetology refresher course offers a tailored learning experience for both licensed cosmetologists seeking to refine their skills and individuals passionate about hairstyling without formal certification. Each student after completion of the 250 hours will be able to demonstrate technical skills and professional work standards in required subject areas and qualify for examination with the state to obtain an Illinois Cosmetology license.

Graduation requirements. A diploma is issued to each student who has completed the required curriculum hours of the course, maintained not less than a 75% average on all required written and practical examinations, and made satisfactory payment arrangements on any financial obligations to the school. If the student returns to school for the purpose of retaking the Illinois state board exam, the student will be required to attend theory and practical classes, online study and exam.

Family-owned school. Being family-owned means we can make decisions that are best for you and work with you closely to help you achieve your goals. Because a big corporation does not own us, we don't have to follow a corporate rulebook.

Six schedule options. With our commitment to flexibility and customization, we offer six distinct schedules for our cosmetology, esthetics, and instructor classes.

To enroll, applicants must be 17 years of age, have a high school diploma or GED, complete the Enrollment Agreement and pay the Registration Fee. High school completion may be shown by a copy of the diploma, GED certificate, a transcript showing high school completion, proof of passing the HiSet exam, proof of college completion, evidence of completed home schooling that state law treats as a home or private school, or a foreign diploma verified by a qualified outside agency. A limited number of high school students (no more than 10% of students enrolled in a year) may be admitted with written permission from their secondary school and a pre-enrollment evaluation; they are not eligible for financial aid until they receive a high school diploma.

Transfer students. The school accepts transfer and out-of-state students, who must complete a minimum of 500 hours of attendance in Cosmetology or 250 hours in Esthetics upon presentation of transcripts of hours from their previous school; the minimum may be waived if the previous school is closing.

Length and period to complete the required hours of training depends on the course and schedule selected to attend. Schedules available and the hours of attendance:

• 30 hours per week: Tuesday - Friday 9-5, or Tuesday & Thursday 1-9, Wednesday 1-5, Saturday 9-5
• 23.5 hours per week: Tuesday - Friday 9-1 & Saturday 9-5
• 30.5 hours per week: Tuesday & Thursday 9-9, Wednesday 9-5
• 13.5 hours per week: Tuesday & Thursday 6-9 & Saturday 9-5
• 19.5 hours per week: Tuesday - Thursday 9-1 & Saturday 9-5
• 22.5 hours per week: Tuesday - Thursday 9-5

School hours: Tuesday 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.; Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The school is closed New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and for Christmas break from Dec 24 to the 1st Tuesday in January.

Upcoming start dates: November 3, 2026 and December 8, 2026. For a November 3, 2026 start, the catalog's 250-hour ending date is January 12, 2027 on the 30-hour full-time day schedule and March 27, 2027 on the 13.5-hour part-time night schedule.

Program cost. Registration Fee $100.00; Class Kit: cost will be determined based on individual student needs; Tuition $14.77 per hour cosmetology & cosmetology refresher (actual hours x rate). HP may price match tuition rate of a school closing. The student provides his or her own equipment and books, through the purchase of a Class Kit from the school or purchasing the items separately elsewhere.

Method of payment. Tuition, kit, and registration fee may be paid by cash, credit card, money order, check, Title IV, loan, etc. The Registration Fee is payable upon enrollment; the Class Kit is payable prior to the first day of attendance if purchased from the school, unless financial aid is being utilized; a monthly tuition payment schedule is available (1st payment is due before or on 1st day of school). If the student does not complete the required hours and all other schooling requirements before the calculated completion date, any remaining hours are charged at $5.00 per hour.

Financial aid. The school's sources do not say whether federal financial aid applies to this program; contact the school's financial aid office for details. Students may request an adjustment to their financial aid through professional judgment for special or unusual circumstances.

FAFSA school code. 015970.

Scholarships and discounts. Hair Professionals offers scholarships to graduating seniors of area high schools for certain start dates, and may offer a scholarship based upon attendance and grades payable upon graduation. Alumni discounts: Cosmetology graduates can receive a $1,500 discount toward the Esthetics Course, Esthetics graduates a $2,500 discount toward the Cosmetology Course, and Cosmetology and Esthetics graduates a $1,500 discount for an Instructor Course. The school also participates in the AACS ACE Program, and students may apply for Beauty Changes Lives and AACS industry partner scholarships.

The course prepares the student for an entry level position in Cosmetology or a related career field, and to qualify for examination with the state to obtain an Illinois Cosmetology license.